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Amboy High School 2nd Ag Teacher and Co-FFA Advisor Job Posting (Fall 2025)
Amboy High School, located in Amboy, IL, and Section 2, has a full-time opening for the 2025-2026 school year for an Agricultural Education teacher and co-FFA advisor to join as the second instructor. The program is energetic, established, competitive, and welcoming. The school administration, alumni, community, and students are excited to continue to grow the future of agriculture!
The Amboy High School Agriculture Program has been competitive at the section, district, state, and national levels of competition in FFA in recent years. The program’s success stems from dedication to the three-circle model of ag education. The program is supported by an involved alumni group that helps maintain community relations and financial support.
Facilities include a classroom, two office spaces, a metal shop with eight welding booths, a wood shop, and a land lab.
The courses will include Introduction to Agriculture, Ag Construction, Ag Mechanics, Welding, Small Engines, Ag Biology, Ag Mathematics, Animal and Vet Science, Agricultural Business, and Horticulture. These classes will be able to be offered to students yearly. The division of courses between teachers will depend on the candidate's strengths. Multiple classes within the program will count as Dual credit through Sauk Valley Community College.
Qualifications:
Salary/Benefits:
The beginning salary for a first-year teacher will be $42,621 plus a District TRS Contribution of $4,216 for a total salary of $46,837. The district offers a 10½ month extended contract, an extra FFA stipend, and an extra 30 days pay as a participant in the Three Circles FFA grant. 11 sick days and two personal days are provided.
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume by April 1st to:
OR for more information:
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John Heiser
Facilitating Coordination in Ag Education (FCAE)
Phone: 815-509-5404 Cell: 815-509-5404
Email: jheiser@ilaged.org
Address: 535 Elm Pl, Suite #4, Princeton, IL 61356